Styx co-founder Chuck Panozzo has put his Asian-inspired South Florida home on the market for $1.75 million.
The two-bedroom, three-bathroom home is filled with a tropical Zen ambiance, including a swimming pool, koi ponds, Buddhas, topiaries and several sculptures.
The 1,608-square-foot Florida home is listed by ONE Sotheby’s International Realty, and is described as a “private tropical oasis” where the homeowner can “live the best of both worlds. Relax at your own sanctuary in the heart of Wilton Manors or party like a Rockstar, with the most amazing pool area.”
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Panazzo, 76, who co-founded Styx with his late twin brother John Panazzo and singer and keyboardist Dennis DeYoung in 1972, bought the home in 2007 for just $305,000, according to the New York Post.
“This house is special to me because of the magic it has,” Panozzo once told Gimme Shelter, the Post reported. “When I open the door and cross the koi pond and look around, I know I am safe and at home. It was a blank canvas on the perfect lot in the neighborhood, so I sold my Miami condo and I moved here. Every area became an environment that you can explore depending on your mood — whether I need to relax, reflect or turn up the volume after touring,” he wrote.
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The home, near Fort Lauderdale, is a short walk from popular Wiltern Drive and features a large office that could double as a third bedroom, according to Sotheby’s.
The backyard is described as a “resort-style escape,” with multiple fountains, two koi ponds, and several gazebos.
“Every corner of the outdoor space is thoughtfully designed to unwind peace, privacy, and tranquility feeling like you are in Bali or entertain your friends,” the listing stated. “Quality woodwork & coral is a must see.”
The home, known as “La Serenidad,” was built in 1952, according to the Miami Herald.
Styx released their self-titled debut album in 1972, and have since sold over 54 million records worldwide. The band released four consecutive multi-platinum albums between 1977 and 1981 with “The Grand Illusion,” “Pieces of Eight,” “Cornerstone,” and “Paradise Theater.”
Styx has had multiple chart-topping songs, including “Mr. Roboto,” “Babe,” “Come Sail Away,” and “Show Me the Way.”
Of the founding members, only Panozzo and James Young remain. They perform alongside Tommy Shaw, Todd Sucherman, Lawrence Gowan, Will Evankovich, and Terry Gowan.
Styx’s 18th studio album, “Circling From Above,” was released in July and the band is currently on tour through Jan.
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